Sara & Sean in Madison, NJ

Sara was new to New York’s Upper West Side when she met Sean at a neighborhood bar. When Sara mentioned that her favorite drink was a mojito, Sean recommended a local spot. The two had their first date there, and their conversation was flowing; but when the waitress asked if they wanted another drink, Sean hesitated. I thought he was going to tell me he had somewhere else to be, Sara says. Nightmare! Instead, gentleman Sean explained that he'd made dinner reservations -- if she was interested. I got chills, Sara says. The Bride Sara Papousek, 29, singer, actress, and receptionist The Groom Sean McCormick, 37, financial analyst The Date September 16 After more than two years together, Sara came home from work in a good mood. I'd gotten a pair of boots 60 percent off, she says. I thought that was the best part of my day. Her day got much better when Sean proposed, and the two wed nine months later in a tented backyard reception.